Pictures of decently Modified cars [Vol. 2]
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Late 40s or very early 50s plymouth.
Even says it on the nose
ETA, here you go, its a '48.
http://carnut.com/photo/list/ply/ply48.html
Even says it on the nose
ETA, here you go, its a '48.
http://carnut.com/photo/list/ply/ply48.html
Most american stuff even as late as the 80s can be identified by year, because the cars were different every year. It may have only been trim pieces but they are usually quite recognisable.
In this case it had to be late 40s because of the bulbous shape, early 50s they started bringing the wheel wells into the car itself rather than in bolt on fenders as you see here. Car production didn't really get going until late '46 after the war, and the '41-'42 cars are pretty rare. 30s cars were smaller and more like, well 30s cars. Late 40s stuff is generally referred to as "fat fendered".
'46 Chevy Woodie (UK built & owned)
'49 Chevy with Larry Watson inspired paintwork
'48 Buick
Mercury were probably ahead of the curve in terms of design, the '49 Mercury was quickly selected by many customisers, as a result you have a hard time finding a stock height one. They got the name "leadsleds" because back in the day after they were chopped they used lead to prepare the surface (filler didn't exist).
A leadsled '49. The look is spot on but the colour isn't period correct.
The legendary Hirohata '51 Mercury, built by George Barris way back when..
In this case it had to be late 40s because of the bulbous shape, early 50s they started bringing the wheel wells into the car itself rather than in bolt on fenders as you see here. Car production didn't really get going until late '46 after the war, and the '41-'42 cars are pretty rare. 30s cars were smaller and more like, well 30s cars. Late 40s stuff is generally referred to as "fat fendered".
'46 Chevy Woodie (UK built & owned)
'49 Chevy with Larry Watson inspired paintwork
'48 Buick
Mercury were probably ahead of the curve in terms of design, the '49 Mercury was quickly selected by many customisers, as a result you have a hard time finding a stock height one. They got the name "leadsleds" because back in the day after they were chopped they used lead to prepare the surface (filler didn't exist).
A leadsled '49. The look is spot on but the colour isn't period correct.
The legendary Hirohata '51 Mercury, built by George Barris way back when..
stephen300o said:
this thread is about well sorted beautiful road cars.
Errr, not it isn't. It's about "decently" modified cars full stop. If you want a "modified and prettied up road car" thread, go and make one. A not insignificant portion of what's been posted in the 150+ pages of this thread- including about half, if not more, of everything I've posted in it, is either not road registered or primarily not a road car. This:
Is the kind of thing this thread is built for IMO. Judging from the contributions to it, that's a view a large proportion of other regulars also hold.
fathomfive said:
Thanks for the wonderful detailed post.
The mid to late 40s stuff really appeals.
Far be it for me to encourage you The mid to late 40s stuff really appeals.
The early post war models were literally quick make overs of the '42 designs, e.g. '42 ford
'46 Ford
Beaulieu Hot Rod Drive In by c20let, on Flickr'42 Chevy
'46 Chevy(s)
Custom (chopped, rear screen leaned in, "opera" windows filled)
bobfather said:
Evil.soup said:
This isnt the style thread, its about well exicuted modifications in my mind....
I'd agree with that other than to say those well executed modifications should either focus on performance improvements or cosmetic improvements that don't harm the cars drivability. The Audi is an example of a car that I would assume has worse drivability than stock and therefore I'd say the modifications are bad.Just my point of view but I'd add that in my opinion PH isn't a forum aimed at MaxPower, it's aimed at people who consider car performance very highly.
I have to agree with you though, modifying is 95% performance driven for me although i try to consider style when picking my performance modifications. I would never fit a modification that has a negative affect on performance but i do understand the viewpoint of those that like to create distinctive and individual cars at the expense of performance.
One thing I dont understand is throwing tons of cash at big power mods then slamming the car on bags, fitting wide wheels with skinny tyres and mental camber angle. Its simply pointless in my opinion..........
Andy616 said:
This one might divide opinion. How many wings is too many?
Source: http://noriyaro.com/2014/02/vertical-surfaces-sexy...
More wings than a Catholic girls school locker room.Source: http://noriyaro.com/2014/02/vertical-surfaces-sexy...
Looks ridiculous.
ManOpener said:
stephen300o said:
this thread is about well sorted beautiful road cars.
Errr, not it isn't. It's about "decently" modified cars full stop. If you want a "modified and prettied up road car" thread, go and make one. A not insignificant portion of what's been posted in the 150+ pages of this thread- including about half, if not more, of everything I've posted in it, is either not road registered or primarily not a road car. This:
Is the kind of thing this thread is built for IMO. Judging from the contributions to it, that's a view a large proportion of other regulars also hold.
Silver Smudger said:
That is class - Want!
Probably the most famous custom of all time, Barris was already well known but it put him on the map a bit.. story here: http://www.kustomrama.com/index.php?title=Bob_Hiro...Lots of other custom/kustom stuff on that website, worth a read.
ETA, this one was built here, came out last year:
Also came across this.. nothing to do with sleds but its a cool pic
Edited by Crafty_ on Sunday 27th April 22:24
Crafty_ said:
Most american stuff even as late as the 80s can be identified by year, because the cars were different every year. It may have only been trim pieces but they are usually quite recognisable.
In this case it had to be late 40s because of the bulbous shape, early 50s they started bringing the wheel wells into the car itself rather than in bolt on fenders as you see here. Car production didn't really get going until late '46 after the war, and the '41-'42 cars are pretty rare. 30s cars were smaller and more like, well 30s cars. Late 40s stuff is generally referred to as "fat fendered".
'46 Chevy Woodie (UK built & owned)
That looks like the Woodie that was at the Rumblefest Show I helped organise in 2010, if it is that one then the photo does not do it justice. Its stunning outside and in, the attention to detail is second to none. Its also on air ride so it can be raised up and driven to shows (yes driven not trailered unlike so many other cars of this quiality).In this case it had to be late 40s because of the bulbous shape, early 50s they started bringing the wheel wells into the car itself rather than in bolt on fenders as you see here. Car production didn't really get going until late '46 after the war, and the '41-'42 cars are pretty rare. 30s cars were smaller and more like, well 30s cars. Late 40s stuff is generally referred to as "fat fendered".
'46 Chevy Woodie (UK built & owned)
PanzerCommander said:
That looks like the Woodie that was at the Rumblefest Show I helped organise in 2010, if it is that one then the photo does not do it justice. Its stunning outside and in, the attention to detail is second to none. Its also on air ride so it can be raised up and driven to shows (yes driven not trailered unlike so many other cars of this quiality).
Its the same one, the owner is from oop north. The owner did the woodwork, the outside is maple and I forget what the interior panels are, but its some rare wood with a funky grain to it.Runs an LSx engine as you say its on bags. The car was shipped to LA to have an interior done at Gabe Lopez's (you may remember that shop from American Hot Rod on TV a few years ago), did a show or two and was then shipped home.
Its been built a few years now (in fact 7 this year
), the owner has since built this '34 Chevy Coupe and I know he has at least one other car in build.'34
Better pic of the woodie
I found a feature on the car: http://www.drcreview.com/news.asp?art=161
I've never been a huge fan of the old american car scene, I'm hesitant to call them hot rods because a lot more are about cruising than driving quickly. It's basically the grandfather of the stance/show scene of today. Massive modifications to get the car sitting low, more about the look than driving well, clean and smooth, nothing left standard etc.
The people within it always seem very genuine and friendly too.
The people within it always seem very genuine and friendly too.
Digitalize said:
I've never been a huge fan of the old american car scene, I'm hesitant to call them hot rods because a lot more are about cruising than driving quickly. It's basically the grandfather of the stance/show scene of today. Massive modifications to get the car sitting low, more about the look than driving well, clean and smooth, nothing left standard etc.
The people within it always seem very genuine and friendly too.
Cars sitting low is a relatively modern thing within hot rodding. Look at the more traditional builds and you'll find they don't sit low. Even those that do have been designed & built to still ride well - don't confuse a fully built chassis with throwing a set of lowering springs at a modern hatchback. The people within it always seem very genuine and friendly too.
My friend's car was built in his garage, mustang front end, 8" rear. At 70mph it rode better than most new stuff I've been in.
There are most definitely hot rods out there they get driven hard ! Take a look at this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SSvr4q_ZFeM
Art Morrison have put their chassis through lots of tests, a few figures here: http://www.artmorrison.com/2006cat/07.pdf
Random video I found https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItfdQ-HDAvg
5-10 years ago the forefront of the scene was drastic modifications, nothing left standard. Personally I always liked the approach of the car sitting right on a decent set of wheels and keeping a (mostly) stock body - especially on 50s and early 60s stuff. Lots of subtle little changes and tweaks visually - underneath make it go, stop and handle like a modern car.
Right now with hot rods (i.e. 30s or older) the so called "resto" look is in favour. Whereas bumpers, trim door handles etc were being stripped off and smoothed out they're all being left in and a feature being made of them. Another thing thats mostly fallen by the roadside (literally in some cases) is the rat rod thing.. no-one is impressed by a rusty, hacked about coupe now.
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